Jul 14 2026
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Catfish Shrimp Basilico Recipe

Inspired by Salute Italian Restaurant
Time40m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Herbs and Vegetables

Liquids and Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Ingredients

    Start by rinsing the catfish fillets under cold water and patting them dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the catfish with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prep the Shrimp

    If not already done, peel and devein the shrimp. Rinse them under cold water and pat dry.

  3. 3

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the onion and red bell pepper. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Mince the garlic and set aside the fresh basil leaves.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Cook the Catfish

    Add the seasoned catfish fillets to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the catfish from the skillet and set aside.

  3. 6

    Cook the Shrimp

    In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.

  4. 7

    Add Vegetables

    Stir in the diced onion, red bell pepper, and halved cherry tomatoes. Season with lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

  5. 8

    Combine and Finish

    Add the cooked catfish back to the skillet along with the fresh basil leaves. Gently toss everything together for about 1-2 minutes until the basil is wilted and the catfish is heated through.

Serving

  1. 9

    Plate and Serve

    Transfer the Catfish Shrimp Basilico to a serving platter. Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired and serve immediately.

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